Neu-Ulm

Neu-Ulm district is a rural administrative area in Swabia that stretches along the Danube and Iller rivers, connecting multiple municipalities together. The area is characterized by green forests and farmland nestled between the rivers and their valleys.

The district took its current form in 1972 when separate administrative units merged to create a larger system for the region. This merger has shaped the way the area is organized and understood today.

Rivers and their floodplains shape the landscape here and have long determined how people live and work in the region. The Danube and Iller are not just geographic features but also places where residents connect with nature and local traditions.

Visitors find here a mix of rural villages and green landscapes that are easy to explore by car or bicycle. The region offers good connections to nearby larger cities and many opportunities for outdoor activities along the river valleys.

Vehicle registration plates here show two different codes: ILL for Illertissen and NU for Neu-Ulm, a visual reminder of the historical merger. This dual coding is still visible today and reflects how two regions were brought together decades ago.

Location: Swabia

Inception: July 1, 1862

Capital city: Neu-Ulm

Elevation above the sea: 474 m

Part of: Region Donau-Iller

Shares border with: Günzburg, Alb-Donau-Kreis, Unterallgäu, Biberach district, Ulm

Website: https://landkreis-nu.de

GPS coordinates: 48.33333,10.16667

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03